"Dangerous crossings" without barriers to be abolished. Crossing accident in which a 9-year-old girl died.

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"Dangerous crossings" without barriers to be abolished. Crossing accident in which a 9-year-old girl died.

On the 15th, Takasaki City announced that for the 21 Joshin Dentetsu "Type 4 crossings" in the city, including the accident site, where it has been unable to reach an agreement with local residents to abolish them, it will secure the necessary budget over a five-year plan starting next fiscal year and switch to crossings with automatic barriers. There are currently 21 such crossings in Takasaki City.
The city will shoulder the cost of the switch, splitting it 50/50 with the national government, and will also provide support for maintenance and inspections after the switch.